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RY08 AZJ

2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,230 mi
Last recorded20,230 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-913,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY08 AZJ
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1000 R-9
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 20,230 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 20,002 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 20,002 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 19,561 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Jul 2022 19,001 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 18,405 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 18,209 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 17,747 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 17,747 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour All dirtection indicators showing white light. (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 14,694 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Riders righthand side, fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 12,410 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 10,986 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 10,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2014 8,261 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 May 2013 7,896 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2013 7,896 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 7,052 miles

Exhaust shield found missing a bolt, recommend replacing.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 14 May 2012 7,052 miles

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Exhaust shield found missing a bolt, recommend replacing.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Number plate text size/spacing and finished size of number plate not within spec.

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1000 R-9?

Based on 3,819 MOT tests across 347 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
904
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
347
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 8
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RY08 AZJ is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 13,391 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 1000 R-9 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RY08 AZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1000 R-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cb 1000 R-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY08 AZJ registered?

RY08 AZJ is a 2008 Honda Cb 1000 R-9, first registered on 8 August 2008.

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